At 93, a Delta blues legend carries on Nov 14, 2008
"When you get to a certain age you've got no business being on the road, especially when it gets cold," says Edwards, who performs with guitarist Rocky Lawrence, a noted Robert Johnson stylist, and harmonica player Michael Frank, who's also Edwards's longtime manager. In many ways, Edwards has never been in more demand. (Boston Globe)
Fall Antiques Show Returning Nov 13, 2008
SINGING HIS BLUES -- Hooked up with a guitar and harmonica, local bluesman Johnny Nicholas (above) leads an all-star musical cast at the Big Band Bash held Saturday night at Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park. The event serves as a fundraiser for student art programs in Gillespie County. (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
Obituaries for Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008 Nov 11, 2008
Delos loved music and played the fiddle and harmonica and would sing and play at several dances and other occasions. He also loved to dance. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Cedric Burnside and Steve 'Lightnin'' Malcom carry on musical tradition Nov 9, 2008
Burnside and Malcolm recently released their second album, "2 Man Wrecking Crew" that, with the exception of a few contributions from backup singers and a harmonica player, is the unadorned, unvarnished 21st century update of the blues R.L. Burnside created and preserved. "It's just been the two of us from the get-go," says Burnside of his collaboration with Malcolm, whom he said he's known and jammed with for close to a decade. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Madonna Flick Tanks Nov 7, 2008
But what a night as Springsteen gave them three songs on acoustic guitar and harmonica: "Promised Land," "Thunder Road" with wife Patti Scialfa on vocal harmonies, and such a rousing, pulsating version of "The Rising" that Whoopi Goldberg couldn t stop imitating it aloud during the subsequent auction. And the Boss told some jokes like, a couple of off-color ones, batting. (Fox News)
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Grace note: After string of tragedies, Kenny Neal returns to Blues Blowout Nov 7, 2008
he learned to play harmonica, bass, piano, guitar and trumpet, joining his father's band at age 13 ... The musician was awarded the Big Broonzy Blues Award in 1989, the Slim Harpo Award in 2003 and the Junior Wells Harmonica Award in 2007. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Events calendar Nov 7, 2008
This year's talents include Fall River Boys (Rand Hillman and Mark Seeley) with ballads and a mix of cowboy poetry to complement the music played on guitar and harmonica; Sam Mattise of Boise, whose varied career includes rodeoing, ranch work and managing wild horses, when he's not singing old favorites accompanied by guitar; Windy Bill Chiles from Idaho Falls has been introduced as producing "ear candy" as he sings the old range ballads and trail songs. Chiles received the "Golden Note" award... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Racial, cultural change make for better world Nov 6, 2008
Ketchikan carver Nathan Jackson, wearing his ANB hat, played "Amazing Grace" on the harmonica, and the North Tide traditional dancers sang alternating verses in Tlingit and English. There are Tlingit language classes taught in Klukwan and at the Haines library and museum. (Anchorage Daily News)
Aficionados aim to restore accordion's reputation Nov 3, 2008
The accordion, players say, actually has more in common with the harmonica or the saxophone than the piano ... One added dimension is the cost - an accordion is a lot more expensive than its little cousin, the harmonica. (Boston Globe)
Obama is upbeat -- but still cautious Nov 3, 2008
Performing solo with an acoustic guitar and harmonica, the rock star led the crowd in singing Woody Guthrie's "This Land Is Your Land.". Afterward, he strummed his guitar as he denounced the "thoughtless, reckless and morally adrift administration" of President Bush, and called America "a repository for people's hopes" around the world. (Los Angeles Times)
How to Shop for Musicians Nov 3, 2008
Harmonica -- For beginners, a diatonic model in the key of C is usually preferred. The Lee Oskar Major Diatonic is the most recommended brand and runs just under $30. (Suite101.com)
Stringing together a pastime has helped keep life interesting Nov 3, 2008
The first instrument William Wood played was the harmonica ... He got the whole bunch playing harmonicas, Wood recalled at his Klamath Falls home Thursday morning. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Scaggs' Slim's Nov 2, 2008
It would be nine months before the doors opened again, and when they did, the place was called Slim's and Scaggs rocked the room before an invited crowd, backed by Texas guitar slinger Anson Funderburgh and Huey Lewis on harmonica. Images. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Country Music Hall of Fame Inducts ... Nov 2, 2008
Stoneman mastered every instrument he had access to, from the mouth harp and clawhammer banjo, to the harmonica, guitar and autoharp the latter of which he was best known for playing. A lifelong songwriter/performer, music was a vital part of Stoneman s life. (Suite101.com)
Earthbound to release CD Halloween night Oct 28, 2008
Band members are Don Harvey on acoustic guitar, harmonica and vocals; Art Hoffman on mandolin, acoustic guitar, banjo, bass, keyboards and vocals; and Rick Brown on bass, guitar and vocals. They call their music rock n grass because they combine elements of bluegrass, rock, folk, country, jazz, blues and reggae. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Beatles cover highlights low-key Bridge benefit Oct 28, 2008
Young, wearing a straw cowboy hat and movie star wraparounds, opened the show with a pair of songs on guitar and harmonica. With an onstage bleacher section holding children from the school - the Youngs' grown son Ben, one of the original Bridge School students, in the center - alongside their parents, the Bridge concert never loses sight of its beneficiaries. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Little Black Raincloud Co. not so new on the scene Oct 24, 2008
He sings and plays guitar, mandolin and harmonica with LBRC.. Croteau and Stringer have played music since they were kids at Juneau-Douglas High School. (Juneau Empire)
The Corduroy Road celebrates EP with show Oct 24, 2008
But when Carman (vocals, banjo and harmonica) and Solise (guitar and vocals) added drums and bass to their folkie style, things definitely started picking up. "It was quite a change from what we were originally doing," says Carman. (Athens Banner-Herald)
SaddleTramp back to Grease Brothers Oct 24, 2008
"We pulled some of the harmonica recordings made by the late Ray Carl to add to the CD," Griffin said. "Mattie Figueroa, who sang with us a few years back, is writing a song with me from her home in San Diego," Griffin said. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Master Blaster inspires the wonder of love Oct 23, 2008
Then he pulled out a harmonica, jammed along with his band to a Miles Davis jazz classic and pretty much earned every last scream. His band was deliciously tight - a crack 14-piece unit including multiple horns, guitars and percussionists - and their leader almost shone with the star power and charisma you expected. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Two Southern Rock Legends Play Thomaston Oct 23, 2008
During his time in Nashville, Hall still worked in music, even playing harmonica for Hank Williams, Jr.. Hall has many television appearances on his resume, including American Bandstand, Solid Gold, and recently, CMT specials such as Crossroads with Hank Williams, Jr. and Kid Rock, CMA Music Fest, and Summer Fest with Hank, Jr., and The Jeff Foxworthy Show. (Thomaston Times, GA)
Lil Wayne Names Lyricist Of The Year Oct 20, 2008
When Blues Traveler's John Popper plays the harmonica, there is no question that the sound coming out of the other end is filled with heart and soul. Four Tops lead singer Levi Stubbs, who possessed one of the most dynamic and emotive voices of all the Motown singers, died at 72. (KWTX.com, TX)
Former Soul Train Host Arrested Oct 20, 2008
When Blues Traveler's John Popper plays the harmonica, there is no question that the sound coming out of the other end is filled with heart and soul. Job of the Week. (KWTX.com, TX)
Second Cup Cafe: Blues Traveler Oct 18, 2008
John Popper of "Blues Traveler" performing on harmonica ... (CBS) When Blues Traveler's John Popper plays the harmonica, there is no question that the sound coming out of the other end is filled with heart and soul ... Blues Traveler, made up of John Popper (vocals, harmonica),Chandler Kinchla (guitar), Ben Wilson (keyboards), Tad Kinchla (bass) and Brendan Hill (drums percussion) stopped by the The Early Show's "Second Cup Caf" Saturday to perform songs from their lastest album, "North... (CBS News -- Early Show)
Let's be Neighbors Oct 17, 2008
He played a medley of songs on his harmonica sitting in his wheelchair. Mary Jane Clark accompanied the Flower Ridge Choir in their presentation. (Louisville Winston County Journal, MS)
Music, art and wine with Brett Harris Oct 17, 2008
Harris, from Durham, N.C., finished up his fifth and last show in Wilmington He played the guitar, keyboard, and a harmonica to accompany the songs from his new digital EP, "Side Two," and his first EP, "Yesterday's News.". After a few songs, Harris took a short break to enjoy conversation with friends and fans alike. (The Seahawk, NC)
Playing music for supper, shelter Oct 16, 2008
More than likely, he has his hat on the sidewalk and a harmonica, or as he calls it, a harp in his mouth ... To hear a podcast of RJ Baynum playing harmonica, see and click on GT Extras and Podcasts. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Folk musicians to play at Dickson Mounds Museum Oct 16, 2008
Their music combines well-known tunes from "the folk scare of the 60s," traditional folk and Celtic songs, some a cappella, and a wealth of original material played on guitar, bass, Irish bouzouki, whistle, harmonica, mandolin and assorted percussion, a press release said. Compass is comprised of four men in search of a direction. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Cast announced for ‘Twain by the Tale’ Oct 16, 2008
Short musical interludes and underscoring will be performed throughout the show by Pam Willison on piano, Bill Kuhn on harmonica, and Kevin Bell on bass. Songs performed include, There is a Tavern in the Town, Mary Had a William Goat, And the Band Played On, and Big Rock Candy Mountain. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Frightfully good fun awaits North Iowans Oct 16, 2008
Children will enjoy learning how to play the harmonica with blues musician Freight Train Frank, juggling with Bob Neff and balloon sculptures. They will also hear slightly spooky stories and dance the Monster Mash. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
You can take the boy out of the country but ... Oct 16, 2008
I would go out and walk down the tracks and play the harmonica and sing songs, and take my banjo down there and pick out songs as the trains would go by. Ringenberg didn t sing in the chorus or play in the band while a student at Western High School, but he did continue developing as a musician. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Senior musicians play a gig at Southbridge Mall Oct 15, 2008
Harmonica player Roy Carlson also played songs such as Springtime in the Rockies and The Old Gray Mare as the group sang along. It gives us something to do, said his wife and fellow band member Astrid Carlson. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Learn French Vocabulary Quickly Oct 14, 2008
l harmonica - harmonica. le piano - piano. (Suite101.com)
Prince Rocks New York With Two Intimate Shows -- In One Night! Oct 14, 2008
" Backed by just a drummer (Cora Coleman-Dunham), a bassist (Cora's husband, Joshua Dunham), and a keyboardist (Morris Hayes), plus at times two backup singers (Marva King, Shelby Johnson) and a harmonica player (Frederic Yonnet), Prince seemed comfortable in the small setting and in good spirits, effortlessly running from one song to the next. The two-hour opening set featured mostly well-known Prince hits like an extended medley of "I Feel for You," "Housequake" and "Controversy" punctuated by... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Today's Best Bets Oct 13, 2008
Klyma, the "Rust Belt Vagabond," sings, tells stories, and plays the guitar, mandolin and harmonica. The Stick Ups will also perform. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Ray LaMontagne embraces the 'Grain' Oct 11, 2008
And the devil himself seemed to reside somewhere in LaMontagne's raggedy barking and Johns's stomping backbeat on "Henry Nearly Killed Me (It's a Shame)," which also benefited from fiery bursts of harmonica and tremulous mellotron flourishes. Guitarist Eric Heywood was particularly fine throughout the night offering economical solos and sweet sultry flourishes to a variety of songs that ranged from the Band-like romp "Hey Me, Hey Mama" and mournful pedal steel to "A Falling Through," which also... (Boston Globe)
Alanis Morissette rocks the stage at Lyric Opera House Oct 8, 2008
Morissette managed to get the crowd riled up with a performance of "All I Really Want," playing a lively solo on the harmonica. She picked up the guitar for a few pieces, including "Citizen of the Planet," a crowd favorite from her new album. (The Loyola Greyhound, MD)
Album Reviews Oct 7, 2008
The gentle roughness of Richard Edwards' voice wafts above a heavily orchestrated accompaniment that features banjos, synthesizer, an ethereal female chorus, and the melodica (a cross between an accordion and harmonica). The rest of the album follows in suit, producing a tidal wave of thoughtful, mellow sound that manages to simultaneously relax and keep one awake. (Daily Iowan, IA)
SW Area Community Theater to hold auditions Oct 7, 2008
Instruments used are piano, guitar, string bass and perhaps banjo, accordion, fiddle, autoharp and harmonica. The songs are standard Christmas carols and gospel songs. (Altus Times, OK)
Music Crawl heats up Columbia Oct 6, 2008
The University of South Carolina Since 1908. Free Times hosts annual music festival, brings 30 bands ranging from pop, rock to alternative. (Gamecock Online, SC)
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Music Crawl heats up Columbia - The Mix. The University of South Carolina Since 1908. (Gamecock Online, SC)
Journey thrills fans Oct 5, 2008
Jonathan Cain, a prodigious utility player who switched from grand piano and rhythm guitar all night, showed his impressive harmonica chops for an extended solo at the start of Lovin Touchin Squeezin. Many fans hotfooted it out to the parking lot, content to hear this encore and sing along to the numerous na na na na nas while they were trying to locate their car or prop a drunken friend against a lamppost. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Songs for the road Oct 5, 2008
Chuck in a few comments about the use of a harmonica, glockenspiel and mandolin, and that's about all there is to say, really. There is nothing ostensibly wrong with the album, but there is also nothing which prompts more than mild indifference or easy tolerance. (iAfrica.com)
The Smoky Mountain Boys Photo contributed Oct 4, 2008
His dynamic tenor voice, harmonica playing and emcee work brings audiences to their feet everywhere they perform. Karl is 22 years old and the youngest member of the Anchormen. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
She Keeps Running, Winning Awards Oct 3, 2008
Carol plays the guitar and Tom plays the harmonica. "We both use to sing, when we were younger, but our voices aren't what they use to be," Carol Kuhlmann said. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Review: Dig Out Your Soul by Oasis Oct 3, 2008
The harmonica line in S oldier On cribbing Pink Floyd's Shine On You Crazy Diamond. Or simply the inexplicable second "the" in the leadoff single The Shock of the Lightning. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Bushnell hosts Peter, Paul, Mary Oct 3, 2008
The latter was especially impressive as he moved from banjo and harmonica to mandolin and dobro, adding a unique coloration to each song. This is a band that has had its ups and downs and trial separations over the years, but obviously still loves what they're doing, each other, and the singular power of the human voice. (Middletown Press, CT)
Bethlehem all set for McCartney concert Sep 25, 2008
He first went to the Edward Said music academy in neighbouring Beir Sahour, where he played the harmonica and piano for the children and gave T-shirts to one and all. But his decision to go to the West Bank was designed to lend a more balanced image to his trip. (Independent)
Which Candidate Would You Choose? Sep 25, 2008
As the singer jumped off the stage, Johnny would follow, imitating him playing harmonica and clutching his cordless mic as he serenaded a select few. When he finished a set and took a bow, Johnny took his too deeply, like a shadow on the lawn. (Townhall.com)
Bandshell Blues festival scheduled Saturday Sep 25, 2008
Members of A-Train and the Straight Freight Blues Band are Tom Caswell, lead guitar and vocals; Andy Blumenthal, harmonica; Russ Givens, lead vocals; Lucas Rutter, bass; and Frank Mejia, drums. Mejia said the band has been together on and off in different fashions, but formed two years ago. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Madison County Fair on through Saturday Sep 24, 2008
Others expected to play are Tim Newman of South Carolina on drums, Don Dixon of Nashville on guitar, Phil Johnson of Oconee County on steel guitar and David Gould of Winston-Salem, N.C., on harmonica. Mike Hughes will operate the sound. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Community calendar Sep 24, 2008
Breathing Retraining and Harmonica for Fun and Health, presented by Donna Myers, Keokuk Area Hospital cardio-pulmonary director, and Kevin Kull, harmonicist. Highway Farmers Market 2 to 6 p.m., 1871 Keokuk St., Hamilton, Ill. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Pauline Mary Montoya Sep 23, 2008
She was a stay-at-home mom and enjoyed cooking, dancing, music and playing the harmonica, camping and horseback riding. She was a devout Catholic and a member of St. Patrick Church. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
9/27: So Long To Summer Fest Sep 21, 2008
Lead vocalist and harmonica player Lucinda Chatfield sang with the Righteous Brothers for 12 years. The members hold full-time jobs, as well. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
7 must-see Tribute bands Sep 20, 2008
by Nicole Perkins - Sept. 19, 2008 10:35 AM Special to the Republic. To start off, let's be clear about the difference between a tribute band and a cover band. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Casual Thursday at Gelfenbein Commons Sep 20, 2008
Andrew Arpin, a 5th-semester electrical engineering major, showcased his talent with both the acoustic guitar and harmonica simultaneously. "I like that it's a small atmosphere. I've played at bigger places, and they're not as intimate," Arpin said. (The Daily Campus, CT)
Theme Time Radio Hour With Your Hos... Sep 19, 2008
After one song that featured harmonica: "The harmonica is the world's best selling instrument. You're welcome." While Dylan never plays any of his own songs, he does sometimes slyly refer to his career, most often humorously. It's refreshing from someone who has come to be known as an enigma. (Suite101.com)
High notes for Dandy Warhols lie in the past Sep 18, 2008
If nothing else, the Dandys proved that you could indeed fully fill a theater with surround sound even without a bass guitar (bassist-keyboardist Zia McCabe opted for synthesizer, maracas, and harmonica). Ultimately, the brightest highlights came from older source material. (Boston Globe)
A world of blues Renowned musicians jam at the Yard Sep 18, 2008
With the inclusion of Tim Cassidy on harmonica, Don Kenney's brother Mike Kenney on drums, and Art Zo on the upright bass, the band has toured extensively and also played at the 1996 Montreal Blues Festival. The music is rockabilly in style, but the members of Better Off Dead come from a rich range of musical influences, having played in punk rock bands to pop bands. (West New York Reporter, NJ)
Hold Steady's Finn loves the Twins Sep 18, 2008
"I'm really excited this year," says Finn, who is joined in the Hold Steady by lead guitarist Tad Kubler, keyboard, accordion and harmonica player Franz Nicolay, bassist Galen Polivka and drummer Bobby Drake. "The only problem is I don't have the MLB package at home, so I have to go out and watch them, and I end up spending a lot of money every time. It makes it a lot easier when they win.". (MLB.com -- Minnesota Twins)
Hal Leonard inks deal to distribute harmonicas Sep 18, 2008
Hal Leonard is getting into the harmonica business. The world s largest music print publisher founded in Winona in 1947 signed a distribution deal with Hohner USA Inc., the world s largest manufacturer of harmonicas ... The agreement means Hal Leonard will distribute nine models of harmonicas, ranging in price from 11 to 50. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Caswell chef, musician works his 'mojo' Sep 17, 2008
However, other than cooking brunch at home on Sunday afternoons, Melton said he spends most of his time at the Durham restaurant creating Cajun cuisine and occasionally hitting the stage to show off his other talents, singing and playing the harmonica. "It's doing great. It's good because with Research Triangle Park you get an automatic lunch crowd in here," he said. (Yanceyville Caswell Messenger, NC)
Yankee Stadium hosted many characters Sep 17, 2008
The Mick's most famous foil may have been on Phil Linz, who played both the infield and the harmonica, neither very well. Any mention of Linz, a cameo Major Leaguer who had a total of 96 RBIs in a seven-year career, triggers memories of the day in 1964 when he blew into that harmonica and Yogi Berra, then the Yankees manager, blew a fuse ... Linz did, and next thing he knew, the manager was in his face and the harmonica was flying across the bus. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Hal Leonard inks pact with Hohner USA Sep 17, 2008
Print music publisher will sell custom-packaged Hohner harmonicas under a distribution deal with , the company said Wednesday ... firm that manufactures harmonicas in Germany ... For more than a decade, Hohner harmonicas have been packaged with Hal Leonard s Harmonica Fun. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
